How skin sensory cells develop during the growth of vertebrates
Dynamics of skin sensory specialization during vertebrate organogenesis
This study is looking at how special touch-sensitive cells grow in zebrafish skin, which can help us learn more about how our own skin and nerves develop, and it could lead to better understanding of skin health for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10861004 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the development of specialized sensory cells in the skin of zebrafish, which serve a similar function to touch-detecting cells in mammals. By utilizing live imaging and genetic manipulation techniques, the study aims to understand how these sensory cells interact with skin and nervous system development. The zebrafish model allows for real-time observation of these processes, providing insights into the cellular interactions that are crucial for proper organ function. The findings could enhance our understanding of sensory cell maturation and its implications for skin health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would include individuals with sensory processing disorders or skin conditions affecting sensory function.
Not a fit: Patients with non-sensory related skin conditions or those outside the age range of 21+ years may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for skin-related sensory disorders and enhance our understanding of skin health.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using zebrafish models to study sensory cell development, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rasmussen, Jeffrey Philip — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Rasmussen, Jeffrey Philip
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.